Producer Namit Malhotra has publicly lauded Ranbir Kapoor as the ideal actor to portray Lord Rama in the upcoming film 'Ramayana.' In a heartfelt message on social media, Malhotra reflected on their long-standing relationship and praised Kapoor as the 'finest actor' of their generation. Kapoor, who recently made it to Time magazine's list of the 100 most influential people, is anticipated to make a significant return to cinema after a three-year hiatus. The film 'Ramayana,' directed by Nitesh Tiwari, features a notable cast including Yash as Ravana and Sai Pallavi as Sita. The music score will be a collaboration between legendary composer Hans Zimmer and AR Rahman. Scheduled for release in October 2026, the film aims to coincide with the Diwali festival, promising to be a grand cinematic event.